Degree Requirements

In addition to the requirements of the academic major, students must comply with the General Academic Regulations for Graduation  and Undergraduate Academic Policies .  As part of these policies, students must complete the General College Curriculum , which is based on the degree.

Exercise Science, Physical Education and the General College Curriculum

The Department of Exercise Science offers a diverse selection of elective physical activity courses, classes promoting a healthier life, as well as teaching-, science- and business-oriented major programs to prepare students for work in the sport, fitness, and wellness fields. Major programs include cognate courses in other departments and offers on-site work experiences as part of the program.

Major Requirements

• EXER 134 - Health and Fitness for Majors (3)
• EXER 201 - Foundations of Exercise Science (3)
• EXER 221 - Computer Applications in the Exercise Sciences (3)
• EXER 224 - First Aid and CPR (2)
• EXER 321 - Sport and Exercise Nutrition (3)
• EXER 324 - Applied Exercise Physiology (3)
• EXER 325 - Applied Biomechanics (3)
• EXER 450 - Design of Strength and Conditioning Programs (3)
• EXER 452 - Exercise Testing and Prescription (3)
• EXER 461 - Sport Entrepreneurship (3)
• EXER 492 - Practicum (3)
• Student take either EXER 335  OR EXER 341  

• Sciences:

• BIOL 285 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) and
• BIOL 286 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

• or

• BIOL 221 - Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology (4)